DUI/DWI offenders in Mableton, GA. are sometimes given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment facility in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The punishment for such offenses can occasionally be very serious, which can include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mableton, GA. who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more extreme penalties, most will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.